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The parent calls the clinic concerning certain symptoms that their child has been experiencing over the past 2 weeks. The parent’s report leads the nurse to suspect the child may have fifth disease. Upon assessment, which symptom best confirms the nurse’s suspicion?

A nurse is caring for a 4-year-old child who will be undergoing a procedure to remove a mass from the abdomen. To help the child remain calm in preparation for getting an IV catheter placed, what intervention might the nurse implement?

A parent of a 2-year-old child asks the nurse, “What would be a good between-meal snack?” What food(s) is appropriate for the nurse to suggest? Select all that apply.

The infant weighs 7 lb 4 oz (3300 g) at birth. If the infant is following a normal pattern of growth, what would be the expected weight for this child at the age of 12 months?

The nurse is assessing a 3-month-old infant who has been brought to the emergency room. When assessing this infant, which factor(s) should the nurse utilize to determine if the infant is experiencing pain? Select all that apply.

A parent and their 4-year-old child are waiting in an exam room when the nurse enters and greets and observes them. Which activity of the child best demonstrates the primary developmental task of the preschool-age child, according to Erikson?

Which leukocyte releases heparin?

Cardiac muscle cells are arranged in:

Erythropoietin stimulates the production of:

The “lubb” heart sound is associated with: